A. D. Players will present William Glennon's “Cinderella” in its Grace Theater April 17 through May 25, ending a season devoted to children's classics.

Known and beloved by children and parents the world over, “Cinderella” is the classic story of a beautiful girl, her evil stepmother and stepsisters, and the fairy godmother who helps her meet the prince of her dreams. Enchanting and stimulating for the imagination, the story is one of goodness overcoming over evil and wickedness. Despite overwhelming odds, Cinderella's love, dreams, and unselfishness help her triumph.

"As a kid, I remember being fascinated by the story and characters of Disney's ‘Cinderella’ and I'm excited for the opportunity to bring that magic to life," said Kevin Dean, Director of A. D. Players' Children's Theater.

The late William Glennon is renowned for his fantastical adaptations, as his other works include well-known titles such as “The Little Mermaid,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Alice in Wonderland.”

"Working on ‘Cinderella’ has allowed me to express my inner child. I can only hope that this show will inspire audiences as it has inspired me and the cast," said Director, Chip Simmons.

The cast of “Cinderella” includes A. D. Players' interns Caroline Harrell as Cinderella and Blake Weir as 'Prince,' A. D. Players company actors Braden Hunt as 'Jester' and Patty Tuel Bailey as 'Stepmother.'

To further engage audiences the production adds an extra element of hilarity by having two very obviously unfeminine male actors, company member Craig Griffin as 'Older Stepsister' and community actor Robert Meza as 'Younger Stepsister,' play Cinderella's cruel stepsisters.

The “Cinderella” design staff includes set and lighting design by Mark A. Lewis, costume design by Patty Tuel Bailey, sound design by Valerie Gibbs, and properties design by Katharine Hatcher.

Tickets to “Cinderella” are on sale now for $10. Group discounts available.

Unlike most Children's productions, “Cinderella” will take place at the A. D. Players Grace Theater due to renovations at St. Luke's UMC Rotunda Theater. A. D. Players Grace Theater is located at 2710 W. Alabama, Houston, TX 77098.

Single tickets are $10 for all ages and $8 for groups of 10 or more. Groups of 30 or more and School Groups also receive further discounts. For more information, please call the

A. D. Players box office at 713-526-2721.

Tickets to “Cinderella” may be purchased online at www.adplayers.org, at the A. D. Players box office, 2710 W. Alabama, or by calling 713-526-2721.

“Cinderella” runs April 17 through May 25. Showtimes are Wednesdays through Saturdays at 10:30a.m. with an additional performance at 1 p.m. on May 5.

Tickets are $10 for the Tuesday, April 17th Preview at 7 p.m. $2 Convenience fee applies to tickets purchased online.